Research / Executive Assistant to the Executive Director at the Education Partnership (TEP) Centre

The Education Partnership (TEP) Centre is a pioneer in the emerging field of Education Partnership, specialising in research, design, implementation, support and evaluation of education programmes, projects and initiatives across the public, private and non-profit sectors.

At TEP Centre, we believe that education is both a public and private concern and there are roles for each sector in education planning, management and funding. Well-designed partnerships not only have the ability to leverage the strengths of each sector, but also to provide equitable access to functional and stimulating education to teeming masses of Africans.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Research / Executive Assistant to the Executive Director

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Office of the Executive Director
Reports to: Executive Director

Job Summary

• The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills and a demonstrable ability to plan, organise, and coordinate programmes/events. The successful candidate will plan, organise, and coordinate projects, meetings, and calendars for the ED

Responsibilities
The specific duties and responsibilities of the Research/Executive Assistant to the Executive Director are:
Administrative:

• Attend all meetings that deal with institutional development which the ED is required to attend, and take action items for immediate implementation
• Take minutes and recordings for all meetings where and when requested by the ED
• Liaise with relevant individuals and organisations (internal and external) to arrange meetings prepare agendas and draft minutes.
• Organise agendas and necessary papers, and provide minutes for meetings of ED committees dealing with TEP and other projects and organisations the ED handles
• Assist in planning and administration of the ED’s Year Planner and contribute to the production of official publications
• Provide input into general operation and management of the ED’s Office and undertake office housekeeping

Program, Project, and Service Delivery:

• Ensure the development and implementation of all plans and projects
• Make recommendations, to the ED as required (or as opportunities arise)
• Analyse industry data, reports, etc. that have any actual or potential bearing on TEP and other project and organisations the ED handles
• Communication with stakeholders
• Coordinate and manage all of the ED’s events and engagements

Research:

• Develop and maintain excellent data bank which will be required for decision-making
• Carry out research and prepare reports on all areas required by the Executive Director
• Assist the ED in research which she carries out as part of her professional calling.

Experience/Qualification

• Post-secondary education from a recognised university in a field such as Education, Research, Development, Social Work, or any other relevant field
• 3 + years of Research, Programme/Project Management experience in areas such as fundraising, partnership development, education programmes, and interventions, research and policy advocacy
• Experience in working in the international development sector is desirable
• Experience in working on education programmes, the development sector will be an added advantage
• Based in Lagos and willing to work hybrid.

Technical and Behavioural competencies:

• Organised and able to participate in physical and virtual meetings
• Act as a gatekeeper, ensuring efficient communication and organisation within the office
• Good knowledge of research process; data collection, data analysis, report writing, Pp presentations
• Ability to provide high-level administrative support to executives and senior management which include managing schedules, coordinating meetings, handling correspondence, making travel arrangements, and conducting research.
• Proven ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team with respect for diversity
• Team player with effective interpersonal and communication skills, and able to build value-adding relationships with team, clients, and partners
• Excellent analytical skills with advanced proficiency in systematic writing, written and spoken English
• Advanced experience and proficiency in writing for professional and academic purpose, technical reports, meeting report, workplan
• Good knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring and controlling programmes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Support in planning, monitoring, and controlling projects/ programmes
• Good knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation procedures
• The ability to find ways of solving or pre-empting problems.
• Ability to create and manage a database of clients/associates/partners, and vendors.

Benefits

• Hybrid work mode: we work 3 days remotely and 2 days on-site
• Health coverage: medical insurance for staff and dependents (spouse and up to 4 children), health and wellness awareness
• Training opportunities: we encourage personal development and provide learning platforms to help team members grow and thrive in their career
• Team events: we cultivate team building through social events and happy hours.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.